Global Scans · Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• As Ireland's labour force is ageing, employers must pay particular attention to work activity involving older workers and ensure that the risk to their health and safety is proactively managed. Health and Safety Authority
• In 2025, businesses will expand their offerings to include nutrition counseling, mental wellness programs, and recovery services. FinancialExpress
• As technology continues to advance and global healthcare needs evolve, telemedicine will remain a crucial tool in improving healthcare access, efficiency, and outcomes on a global scale. Fintech News
• Nearly two-thirds of vapers would return to smoking if the flavours they prefer were no longer available, which could have devastating consequences for smoking rates in the UK and public health. Evapo Blog
• Tuberculosis (TB) is the world's biggest infectious disease killer with multidrug-resistant TB posing a particular threat to global health. ScienceDaily Newsletter
• As healthcare systems increasingly embrace AI, predictive analytics will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, affordable, and accessible care to patients worldwide. TechBullion
• Antimicrobial resistance poses a significant threat to global public health, necessitating coordinated efforts to develop new antibiotics, promote antimicrobial stewardship, and combat the spread of resistant pathogens. Verified Market Research
• Expected rate cuts will allow healthcare entities to make needed investments in facilities and programs, especially in the world of AI. JD Supra
• There was unanimous agreement that the biomedicine industry is about to face new opportunities on a global scale, especially in enhancing global health management systems and the widespread adoption of medical technologies. The Manila Times
• More than half of the world's population is living in areas experiencing the highest impacts from declines in biodiversity, water availability and quality, and food security, and increases in health risks and adverse effects of climate change. African Wildlife Foundation
• AI and large language models have dominated the tech innovation conversation, particularly in healthcare, and they will remain big trends for 2025. Healthcare IT News
• 33% of workers in the UK have a high mental health risk, 41% have a moderate mental health risk, and 26% have a low mental health risk. TELUS Health
• Covid-19's lingering effects will be felt for years to come, with lasting consequences for global health and longevity. www.shelby.community
• Mycobacterium tuberculosis spreads through aerosols causing tuberculosis (TB) which poses a serious threat to global public health. SpringerLink
• As India continues to prioritize healthcare and innovation to drive its long-term development goals, we remain optimistic that the upcoming budget will recognize the transformative role genomics can play in revolutionizing diagnosis and improving healthcare outcomes. FinancialExpress
• M & D have the greatest GHG emissions per weight, are responsible for the majority of food-related GHG emissions within Europe, and reductions in their intake have either been associated with lower disease risk (red and processed meat) or no health risk (white meat and dairy). Nature
• AI in personal health: AI-driven health monitoring will provide more precise recommendations for maintaining health and biological age, reducing the prevalence of chronic diseases that cost the global economy $47 trillion annually. NHH
• Equitable healthcare has always been a big headache for the healthcare sector, but the evolution of technology, such as AI, will provide viable means to reduce the gaps in digital healthcare. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company
• Techquity: By 2028, 60% of the healthcare industry in Asia/Pacific will prioritize tech partnerships that champion techquity, reducing the digital divide and recognizing social determinants of health as vital influencers. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company
• Payvider Financing: By 2026, 45% of Asia/Pacific private health insurance companies and 75% of U.S. health systems will be payviders to improve risk management and address the rising cost of care. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company
• Industry Clouds: Driven by the perceived value of purpose-built functionalities for healthcare, 40% of healthcare organizations in Asia/Pacific will adopt industry clouds by 2025. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company
• Expected stricter immigration policies under the Trump Administration will impact the healthcare workforce, as immigrants comprise a large portion of the healthcare workforce and fill crucial gaps. Healthcare Advisory Services and Analytics | Chartis
• Russia possesses ALCMs with an extended range that enables Russian bombers flying well outside NORAD radar coverage - and in some cases from inside Russian airspace - to threaten targets throughout North America. Atlantic Council

Last updated: 12 January 2025